as in aggression
an inclination to fight or quarrel
the stubborn disputatiousness of the committee members kept them from getting much accomplished
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In the public mind, weakness invited aggression.—
Dustin Olson, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2026
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Moreover, America is already committed to defending Greenland against aggression via Article V of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.—
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And the first half was a virtuoso blend of aggressiveness and controlling tempo from Payton, as Nix had a couple of deep shots to Marvin Mims and Lil'Jordan Humphrey, but also controlled the game with his legs.—
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The 2026 version of the San Diego Mojo is built on a blend of toughness and aggressiveness that shines through with a relentless defense that extends rallies and attempts to frustrate the offense on the other side of the net.—
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Stuart said the measure reflects a sobering escalation in political hostility and violence.—
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In his second term, their defining emotions are hostility and happiness.—
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There was one fight that happened organically when Aspirot dropped the gloves with Kirby Dach after a net-front battle.—
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Democrats could also attempt next week to strip the DHS component from the legislation and fund the rest of the government while the ICE political fight continues to play out.—
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Activists arrested in defiance of The Homeland have had their portraits altered via AI.—
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This, too, gave audiences a sense of being in-the-moment, offering a contemporary upgrade for our current times, showing a bit of defiance, a bit of dishevelment and a sense of personality that’s often lost in the polished, proper world of high fashion.—
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“Disputatiousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disputatiousness. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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